{"id":1132,"date":"2026-08-18T15:19:59","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T19:19:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/?page_id=1132"},"modified":"2026-09-15T09:04:26","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T13:04:26","slug":"technology-computing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/career-communities\/technology-computing\/","title":{"rendered":"Technology &amp; Computing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"420\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1310 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Computer-Scoience.avif\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Computer-Scoience.avif 650w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Computer-Scoience-300x194.avif 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-7e06de0b120eda3b7e5b6e979892b782\" id=\"h-technology-amp-computing\">Technology &amp; Computing<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-career-community-for-technology-amp-computing\">Career Community for Technology &amp; Computing <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This community centers on designing, building, securing, and maintaining digital systems and technologies. Students develop analytical thinking, technical, logical, and problem-solving skills that prepare them for careers in software development, IT, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and emerging tech fields.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-you-might-belong-here-if-you\">You might belong here if you&#8230;.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enjoy figuring out how technology works (or how to fix it)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Like building, coding, or experimenting with digital tools&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want to create systems, apps, or solutions people rely on&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-lighter-green-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>Common Majors for this Community Include\u2026<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Game Design and Interactive Media&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-some-careers-students-pursue-in-this-community-are\">Some careers students pursue in this community are:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Technology &amp; Computing Career Pathways<\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Software Engineer \/ Developer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Web Developer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mobile App Developer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cybersecurity Analyst&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IT Support Specialist&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Systems Administrator&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cloud Engineer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Network Engineer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>DevOps Engineer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Database Administrator&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Solutions ArchitectQA \/ Software Test Engineer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Game Developer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Technical Support Engineer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Product Engineer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skills-you-ll-build-in-this-community\">Skills You&#8217;ll build in This Community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Skills Taxonomy <\/summary>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Technical Skills<\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-478b6e6b wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Programming &amp; Software Development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Software Testing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Debugging <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Web Development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-478b6e6b wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Database Management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Systems Administration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cloud Computing <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Networking Fundamentals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-478b6e6b wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cybersecurity <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Automation &amp; Scripting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>API Intergration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Analytical &amp; Problem Solving Skills<\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-478b6e6b wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Troubleshooting Complex Systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Logical Reasoning <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Systems Thinking <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Data Analysis <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-478b6e6b wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Process Optimization <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Professional Skills<\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-478b6e6b wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teamwork<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Project Management <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Technical Communication <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Client Support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-478b6e6b wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Documentation <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adaptability <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-campus-involvement-nbsp-nbsp\">Campus Involvement&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Getting involved on campus is one of the best ways to build experience, leadership skills, and professional connections. Clark University offers 130+ student organizations across academic, professional, and leadership areas, giving students many ways to explore business-related interests.&nbsp;<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Tabling-2-1-scaled.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1176\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Tabling-2-1-scaled.avif 1920w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Tabling-2-1-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Tabling-2-1-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Tabling-2-1-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/career-center\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/132\/Tabling-2-1-1536x2048.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Student Clubs &amp; Orgs <\/summary>\n<p><strong>ACM Student Chapter <\/strong>&nbsp;<br>The Clark chapter of ACM will provide opportunities to develop skills in Computer Science, work on projects, and connect with other students interested in CS&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Clark Community Computing Club (C4)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Clark Community Computing Club, a.k.a C4, is dedicated to providing enhancement opportunities for computer science related disciplines at Clark. You frequently find us: -Hosting Technology Talks \u2013 Teaching New Tech Skills \u2013 Practicing Programming&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IEEE Student Branch at Clark University<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>The IEEE Student Branch at Clark is a platform for students interested in expanding their knowledge and skills in computer science, electrical and electronics engineering and related fields.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Center for Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (T.I.E.)<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>The Clark Center for Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (T.I.E.) is a student-run organization on a mission to harvest Clark\u2019s technological and entrepreneurial talent and channel it towards our community\u2019s success&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-lighter-blue-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>Pro Tip for Students<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to join \u201ctechnology-labeled\u201d clubs to build technology and computing skills. Leadership roles, hackathons, and teamwork experiences across <em>any<\/em> organization can strengthen your r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and prepare you for careers in data, analytic or quantitative&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-can-i-do-now-action-steps-by-class-year-nbsp\"><strong>What can I do now? (Action steps by class year):<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>First Years: Explore &amp; Get Involved <\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attend career events, info sessions, and employer panels to learn about careers&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join 1\u20132 student organizations (tech-focused or not)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start building basic skills (Excel, communication, teamwork)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet with Career Services to explore interests and options&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a first r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and LinkedIn profile&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create GitHub profile&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talk to sophomores\/juniors about their experiences&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a variety of classes to explore interests&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Juniors: Focus &amp; Gain Experience<\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Secure a targeted internship (critical recruiting year)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take on leadership roles in clubs or organizations&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen technical specialization areas&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Network intentionally with alumni and professionals&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend career fairs and employer recruiting events&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refine r\u00e9sum\u00e9, cover letters, and interview skills (including coding technical interview)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participate in competitive opportunities (hackathons or coding competitions)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contribute to open-source projects and work on personal projects and portfolio&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand recruiting timelines for technology hiring&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider whether graduate school may be part of your path&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Sophomores: Build Skills &amp; Experience<\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take foundational courses (computer science, programming foundation, etc.)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pursue early internship, part-time job, or summer experience&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get more involved in a club (active member or small leadership role)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participate in competitive opportunities (hackathons or coding competitions)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend networking events and begin connecting with alumni&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participate in alumni shadowing program, campus career fairs and alumni sessions to learn more&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start exploring specific career paths (Software, IT, cybersecurity, etc.)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build technical skills (Excel, data tools, presentations)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build technical projects or portfolios&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider a certification (e.g., Excel, Google Analytics, HubSpot)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Seniors: Launch Your Career <\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply for full-time jobs or post-grad internships early&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leverage your network (alumni, professors, past supervisors)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice interviewing and salary negotiation&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finalize your technical portfolio, r\u00e9sum\u00e9, and LinkedIn&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider graduate school applications (if relevant)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay engaged with Career Services for job search support&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflect on your experiences and tell your story confidently&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-industry-specific-career-resources-nbsp\"><strong>Industry Specific Career Resources:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Students exploring the Technology &amp; Computing<\/em> <em>community can use these resources to learn about industries, research career paths, build skills, and stay current on trends.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-clarku-clarku-block-tabs clarku__tabs_9592a0e7\"><ul class=\"clarku__tab-labels\" role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"tabbed content\"><li id=\"\" class=\"clarku__tab-label active\" role=\"tab\">Professional Associations<\/li><li id=\"\" class=\"clarku__tab-label\" role=\"tab\">Labor Market &amp; Career Exploration <\/li><li id=\"\" class=\"clarku__tab-label\" role=\"tab\">Skill Building Platforms<\/li><li id=\"\" class=\"clarku__tab-label\" role=\"tab\">Common Graduate Degrees<\/li><li id=\"\" class=\"clarku__tab-label\" role=\"tab\">Professional Credentials &amp; Certifications<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"clarku__tab-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-clarku-child-tab clarku__tab-panel\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"Professional Associations\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acm.org\/\">Association for Computing Machinery <\/a>\u2014 computer science, software development, research, and computing careers&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comptia.org\/en-us\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.comptia.org\/en-us\/\">CompTIA <\/a>\u2014 IT support, networking, cloud computing, and cybersecurity certifications&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.isaca.org\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.isaca.org\/\">ISACA <\/a>\u2014 cybersecurity, IT auditing, governance, and risk management&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.isc2.org\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.isc2.org\/\">ISC2 <\/a>\u2014 cybersecurity training, certifications, and security leadership&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aisnet.org\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/aisnet.org\/\">Association for Information Systems<\/a> \u2014 information systems, business technology, and analytics careers&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.internetsociety.org\/\">Internet Society<\/a> \u2014 internet infrastructure, networking, and technology policy&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usenix.org\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.usenix.org\/\">USENIX Association<\/a> \u2014 systems engineering, cloud computing, open source, and infrastructure technologies&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-clarku-child-tab clarku__tab-panel\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"Labor Market &amp; Career Exploration \">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/bls.gov\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"bls.gov\">U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a> \u2013 occupational outlook, salary ranges, job growth&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.onetonline.org\/find\/career\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.onetonline.org\/find\/career\">O*NET OnLine <\/a>\u2013 skills, interests, tasks, and job matches&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/linkedi.com\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"linkedi.com\">LinkedIn <\/a>\u2013 job titles, career paths, alumni outcomes, hiring trends&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/glasdoor.com\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"glasdoor.com\">Glassdoor <\/a>\u2013 salary data, company reviews, interview insights&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/indeed.com\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"indeed.com\">Indeed <\/a>\u2013 internships and job openings&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/bls.gov\/ooh\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"bls.gov\/ooh\">Occupational Outlook Handbook<\/a> \u2013 detailed career profiles&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/explore\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/github.com\/explore\">GitHub Explore<\/a> \u2013 Open-source projects, trending technologies, and collaborative technical learning opportunities&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-clarku-child-tab clarku__tab-panel\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"Skill Building Platforms\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>LinkedIn Learning \u2013 Professional development platform with courses in software development, cloud computing, IT, and technical certifications&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/theforage.com\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"theforage.com\">Forage <\/a>\u2013 job simulation platform&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/\">Coursera <\/a>\u2013 university- and industry-created courses in computer science, cybersecurity, data science, and software engineering (free audit options available)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freecodecamp.org\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.freecodecamp.org\/\">FreeCodeCamp <\/a>\u2013 free, project-based coding platform covering web development, data analysis and machine learning with hands-on exercises and certifications&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/skills.github.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/skills.github.com\/\">GitHub Skills<\/a> \u2013 interactive learning modules for Git, GitHub, version control and collaborative software development workflows&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hackerrank.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.hackerrank.com\/\">HackerRank <\/a>\u2013 technical skill-building platform with coding challenges, competitions and employer assessment preparation&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grow.google\/certificates?srsltid=AfmBOorZOukF-Jln4j0d7kkST-gAEuwrVN16PJcq4Sa2gQcQ6mpuEz1H\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/grow.google\/certificates?srsltid=AfmBOorZOukF-Jln4j0d7kkST-gAEuwrVN16PJcq4Sa2gQcQ6mpuEz1H\">Google Career Certificates<\/a> \u2013 project management, data analytics, digital business skills&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a 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